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White Coat Investor Podcast

WCI #7: Backdoor Roth IRAs and Why You Should Be Funding Them

Feb 16, 2017
22:30

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  • The backdoor Roth IRA strategy offers tax diversification in retirement, allowing flexibility in determining tax rates.
  • Prioritize debt management and wealth accumulation strategies for a stable financial future.

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Benefits of Backdoor Roth IRA

The backdoor Roth IRA strategy allows high-income professionals to contribute to a Roth account during their peak earnings years, enhancing the tax-free to tax-deferred ratio of assets in retirement. By utilizing this method, individuals can strategically choose between withdrawing from their tax-free or tax-deferred assets in retirement, providing flexibility to manage their tax obligations effectively. This approach offers a significant advantage in setting personalized tax rates during retirement, optimizing financial planning and asset allocation for long-term wealth management.

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